I Couldn't Help It - I've Got Mine :)

[phaeton]

Congrats Sam

I want a Highline in white if I had the money it looks fantastic.

[Preen59]

Nice, mate! Very cool!

I received an invite to test drive the Amarok by Iverach Volkswagen yesterday. I'm tempted to go have a look.. But i'm not looking in any way to sell the Caddy van any time soon. I llllllove my Caddy.

[Sumodog68]

I looked at this Amarok today. First thing that strikes you is exterior size - it is large vehicle.
Interior space and presentation are class above the competitors. Pity they dont make extra cabs , I would probably buy one...

[Donny 76]

we have our demo to test drive now...

[flyingfridge]

After living with it for the first couple of days the overriding impression is 'this thing is bloody huge!'

I was driving it down a suburban street last night in pascoe vale with cars parked on both sides and we came within inches of it all ending in tears, I had to be very careful. The only other car I've ever driven that's felt this massive is a Ford F250 - the Amarok isn't as big but it gives you that same feeling of hugeness and king of the world i'm above everyone like feeling. My girlfriend isn't tall and doesn't sit high in the seat but going past a Captiva on the freeway last night even she could look down onto the roof! It's genuinely hard work in car parks. EDIT - Just went to Northland, I think I'm getting the hang of it, but you have to be so conscious of the size.

It cruises on the freeway so effortlessly at a lazy 1800rpm in 6th and doesn't seem to be too fazed by inclines or hills. It's bloody comfy, the Highline stereo is as good as the Passat I had a month or so ago...

Here's a photo of it parked behind one of my neighbours cars...



photo by flyingfridge, on Flickr

Ordering a hard lid, tub liner and tow bar for it on Monday..

I'm getting a LOT of looks from HiLux drivers on the road too

[Preen59]

Looks like a pretty sweet unit. I'm interested to see how they go for warranty issues etc.

we have our demo to test drive now...

I'm not keen on test driving something I have no intention of buying.. It just seems wrong to waste your time.

[anthony]

I wonder how many will be sold locally per month ???

Looking awesome.

[gavs]

Those better not be oe accessories Sam...

[ntboozer]

Evening Sam,
Nice looking rig. Good to hear that you have some on the yard for driving. I'll be heading your way on the 12th. See ya then.
Cheers
Rob
aka
nt

[gavs]

If you want a good off-road test you lucky Amarok owners, try Rocky Track in Toolangi State Park but be warned, it is not for the faint of heart and you will most likely need some for of lifted suspension because the standard ‘rok front end just loves to bounce on anything not bitumen!